as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
surprised by the width of his power and influence in the oil business
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Recent Examples of width
The microscopic instrument, measuring 35 by 13 microns, and constructed from platinum, is less than the width of a human hair, said Loughborough University researchers.
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Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
The Navigator that was revealed in mid-1997 shared plenty of bones with the Expedition; its wheelbase and length were identical, and its width and height just a scant couple of inches apart.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Best for Wide Feet: Brooks Glycerin 22 Brooks is known for offering its best-selling running shoes in a range of widths, and the Glycerin is one of its most popular styles.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 5 June 2025
The width of your clenched first from your thumb to the other side of your hand is about 10 degrees, while the thickness of your little finger accounts for around 1 degree in the night sky.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 5 June 2025
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Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
The Navigator that was revealed in mid-1997 shared plenty of bones with the Expedition; its wheelbase and length were identical, and its width and height just a scant couple of inches apart.
—Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Best for Wide Feet: Brooks Glycerin 22 Brooks is known for offering its best-selling running shoes in a range of widths, and the Glycerin is one of its most popular styles.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 5 June 2025
The width of your clenched first from your thumb to the other side of your hand is about 10 degrees, while the thickness of your little finger accounts for around 1 degree in the night sky.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for width
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Fire Management Assistance Declarations usually do not provide or authorize the same scope of direct federal assistance to wildfire victims as Major Disaster Declarations.—
Robert W. Wood,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Related Articles The idea stemmed from Chanel searching for a solution for end-of-life disposal of its products, and soon extended to widening the scope of brands.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
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That extent is probably not a $7 million contract, which is what both AFP Analytics and Evolving Hockey project on a long-term deal.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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Protecting the safety of our communities and upholding the integrity of lawful demonstrations are priorities, and those who cross the line into violence will be prosecuted swiftly and to the fullest extent of the law.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
18 June 2025
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Indeed, it’s never made anything less than a good one, with a number of them ranking in the excellent-to-stone-cold-classic realm.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
20 June 2025
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The first in the series, Crown of War and Shadow, introduces readers to a complex mystical realm, thrilling action sequences and a new sweeping love story.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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To be launched in September, the range will be initially distributed at Jacob Cohën’s stores, but Roda is eyeing partnerships with luxury hotels for the near future.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
20 June 2025
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The observations expand the range of environments where habitable worlds might form, the researchers say.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
20 June 2025
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“Width.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/width. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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